Modi @11: A Journey of Transformation, Triumph, and Tough Decisions

Paromita Das
New Delhi, 10th June:  As Bharat marks 11 years under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, it stands at a critical juncture in its democratic journey. What began in 2014 as a call for change has today evolved into a full-fledged transformation in the way the Bharatiya government functions, delivers, and envisions the future. The BJP-led NDA government, under PM Modi, has not only shifted the narrative of governance but also reshaped the foundational values of Bharatiya politics, focusing on accountability, performance, and nationalism.

Reimagining Governance: Modi’s Political Culture Shift

BJP President JP Nadda, reflecting on the 11-year journey, emphasized a monumental shift in Bharat’s political culture. The narrative has moved away from appeasement and symbolic populism toward performance-oriented politics, a culture where report cards replace rhetoric. Earlier governments were often accused of surviving by fragmenting the electorate through identity-based politics. Under Modi’s leadership, the political discourse has focused more on results and accountability, which Nadda termed as “a government that takes strong decisions.”

Sub-points:

• Accountability and Transparency: Governance based on public scrutiny and results.
• Politics of Report Cards: Ministers and departments now operate with measurable deliverables.
• Development-Centric Culture: A break from traditional vote-bank politics toward inclusive growth.

Economic Growth: From Tenth to Fourth Largest Economy

Under Modi’s leadership, Bharat’s economic journey has been nothing short of remarkable. According to IMF data cited by Nadda, Bharat moved from being the 10th-largest economy to the 4th-largest globally in just over a decade. This ascent has not been accidental. Key reforms, strategic policymaking, and focused investments in infrastructure and innovation have laid the foundation for this transformation.

Sub-points:

• Infrastructural Development: Completion of legacy projects like the Chenab Bridge shows execution capability.
• Start-up and Innovation Push: “Invention and Innovation” as pillars of economic modernization.
• Rescue Missions as Global Diplomatic Wins: Operations like Ganga and Devi Shakti established Bharat as a capable global responder.

Pandemic Management and Global Health Diplomacy

Bharat’s COVID-19 response, as highlighted by JP Nadda, stands out for its speed and scale. The Modi government launched the world’s largest and fastest vaccination drive, administering over 220 crore free vaccine doses. Apart from domestic success, initiatives like Vaccine Maitri, where Bharat sent vaccines to other nations, enhanced its global standing.

Sub-points:

• Healthcare Infrastructure Upgrade: Focus on digital health, rural access, and public health surveillance.
• Global Humanitarian Leadership: Bharat emerged as a reliable partner in crisis situations.

Bold Legislative and Constitutional Reforms

The Modi government did not shy away from taking tough and transformative decisions, even if they stirred controversy. These include the abrogation of Article 370, outlawing Triple Talaq, passing the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA), and implementing the Waqf Amendment Act. These moves signified the government’s commitment to redefining the Bharatiya state on principles of unity, gender justice, and national integration.

Sub-points:

• Article 370 Abrogation: Integrated Jammu & Kashmir fully into the Bharatiya union.
• Triple Talaq: Landmark reform protecting Muslim women’s rights.
• CAA and Waqf Act: Assertion of national identity and religious equality.

Social Justice and Welfare: Inclusive Growth for All

JP Nadda underscored the government’s commitment to the marginalized—SC, ST, OBC, and women—by citing improved maternity benefits, increased representation, and empowerment through Self-Help Groups (SHGs). The claim that 25 crore people have been lifted out of poverty and an 80% reduction in extreme poverty speaks volumes about the government’s targeted welfare policies.

Sub-points:

• Lakhpati Didis and SHGs: Women’s financial independence and rural entrepreneurship.
• Maternity Leave Reforms: From 12 to 26 weeks, aligning with global standards.
• Reduction in Poverty: Focused schemes like PMAY, Ujjwala Yojana, and Jan Dhan accounts brought tangible changes.

A Mixed Legacy of Triumph and Caution

While the accomplishments are notable, the Modi government’s 11-year rule also invites scrutiny. Critics argue that bold moves like CAA and Article 370 lacked adequate consensus-building and sparked unrest. The government’s handling of dissent, allegations of curtailing media freedoms, and uneven job creation in some sectors remain points of concern. Yet, in terms of governance delivery, strategic thinking, and rebranding Bharat globally, PM Modi’s tenure has set new benchmarks.

Towards a Developed Bharat

As the Modi government enters its 12th year, the direction is clear: self-reliance, strong decision-making, and performance-based politics. What once seemed ambitious—whether it was digital transformation, poverty alleviation, or achieving global stature—has now become part of Bharat’s new normal. PM Modi has not only redefined the country’s political culture but also its global aspirations.

Bharat now stands at the cusp of becoming a developed nation, riding on the foundation of the last 11 years. If this trajectory continues with course correction and inclusiveness, “Modi hai toh Mumkin hai” might not just be a slogan—it could become a legacy.